I would’ve picked the Packers to win and gotten this post out earlier, but I had to edit a video for UConn Women’s Hockey that just uploaded. However, there are still more games to analyze and predict, so let’s jump right into that:
Detroit Lions (1-3) at New England Patriots (1-3) (-3)
I want the Patriots to win, but having your third-string quarterback starting and facing one of the best offenses in the NFL doesn’t favor the Patriots. At least they’re wearing the Pat Patriot uniforms. I’ll take the Lions with that loaded offense.
Tune into Lions at Patriots at 1 PM ET on FOX.
Pittsburgh Steelers (1-3) at Buffalo Bills (3-1) (-14)
Kenny Pickett is making his first start at quarterback with Mitchell Trubisky on the bench, but facing the Bills is such a difficult challenge for the rookie. Josh Allen and the Bills at home is such a hard matchup, I’ll confidently take Buffalo today.
Tune into Steelers at Bills at 1 PM ET on CBS.
Los Angeles Chargers (2-2) (-1.5) at Cleveland Browns (2-2)
What do the Chargers have that the Browns don’t? A reliable starting quarterback. Justin Herbert has been great despite the injuries earlier in the season. The Browns will make this game competitive with their rushing game, but it won’t be enough to win.
Tune into Chargers at Browns at 1 PM ET on CBS.
Chicago Bears (2-2) at Minnesota Vikings (3-1) (-8.5)
The Vikings’ offense is too strong for the Bears to compete, and the Bears’ offense is too weak. However, Chicago has surprised me with a 2-2 start so far this season. Anything can happen, but I like the Vikings winning today.
Tune into Bears at Vikings at 1 PM ET on FOX.
Seattle Seahawks (2-2) at New Orleans Saints (1-3) (-5)
Three straight losses for the Saints makes me hesitate, but I think the skid ends here. The defense and being at home is key, but I think the offense is what wins the game for New Orleans.
Tune into Seahawks at Saints at 1 PM ET on FOX.
Miami Dolphins (3-1) (-3.5) at New York Jets (2-2)
The Jets are surprisingly not last in the AFC East (that would be the Patriots, also surprisingly). The Dolphins’ offense is their main weapon, but the defense has been excellent so far this season. I think the defense helps, as the Dolphins win big in East Rutherford.
Tune into Dolphins at Saints at 1 PM ET on CBS.
Atlanta Falcons (2-2) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-2) (-10)
The Bucs still have Tom Brady, and, even with a 2-2 start, I’m still not betting against the greatest to ever play football. The game is at home, against a bad Falcons team that has no legitimate strong weapon. I’ll confidently take Tampa today.
Tune into Falcons at Buccaneers at 1 PM ET on FOX.
Tennessee Titans (2-2) at Washington Commanders (1-3)
There’s no favorite to win this game, but I think this will be the Titans’ game to win with Commanders receiver Jahan Dotson out today. Derrick Henry is coming off of a 100-yard game last week, and I doubt he slows down. I would love to see what Brian Robinson can do as he returns. I’ll take Tennessee in the nation’s capital today.
Tune into Titans at Commanders at 1 PM ET on CBS.
Houston Texans (0-3-1) at Jacksonville Jaguars (2-2) (-7)
With the game at home and the Texans searching for their first win, I’m taking the Jags. Even though the Texans have won eight-straight games against Jacksonville, all streaks must come to an end.
Tune into Texans at Jaguars at 1 PM ET on CBS.
San Francisco 49ers (2-2) (-6.5) at Carolina Panthers (1-3)
The Panthers have the worst offense in the league, despite having Christian McCaffrey healthy again. The 49ers, on the other hand, are one of the top defenses in the NFL. Even with the game in Charlotte, San Francisco will come out on top.
Tune into 49ers at Panthers at 4:05 PM ET on CBS.
Dallas Cowboys (3-1) at Los Angeles Rams (2-2) (-5)
The Cowboys have yet to get Dak Prescott back, as he remains out today. Cooper Rush has done a fine job filling in, but they need Dak back if they want to win this game. The Rams have too many studs on both sides of the ball, I’ll take the defending Super Bowl champions in a close game.
Tune into Cowboys at Rams at 4:25 PM ET on FOX.
Philadelphia Eagles (4-0) (-5.5) at Arizona Cardinals (2-2)
If you told me at the beginning of the season that the Eagles would be the last remaining undefeated team, I would’ve laughed. However, the Eagles are playing their best football right now, and the Cardinals, despite them being a tough challenge for Philadelphia, are not at the same level. Expect a hard-fought game, with the Eagles being the better bird in this battle.
Tune into Eagles at Cardinals at 4:25 PM ET on FOX.
Cincinnati Bengals (2-2) at Baltimore Ravens (2-2) (-3)
I love this primetime game. Two strong AFC North teams on Sunday Night Football with a battle of two of the best quarterbacks in football right now. Even though the game is in Baltimore and the Ravens have looked strong, I’m looking for three-straight wins for Cincinnati tonight.
Tune into Bengals at Ravens at 8:20 PM ET on NBC.
Las Vegas Raiders (1-3) at Kansas City Chiefs (3-1) (-7)
Don’t underestimate the talent the Raiders have, but I don’t see them having a shot against Kansas City. Patrick Mahomes has looked like an MVP candidate once again, despite not having Tyreek Hill as his top receiver anymore. Andy Reid and the Chiefs have been utilizing their running backs more, with Clyde Edwards-Helaire leading the way.
Tune into Raiders at Chiefs on Monday at 8:15 PM ET on ESPN.
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